Curio Call For Artists
Posted May 14, 2025
Location: The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts
Exhibition Dates: November 29, 2025 – January 17, 2026
Deadline: June 20, 2025, 11:59 pm, PST
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Artwork Archive Application Link: https://www.artworkarchive.com/call-for-submission/the-reser-gallery/patricia-reser-center-for-the-arts
→ Create a Free Call Submission Account through Artwork Archive PRIOR to submitting application. For step-by-step process on creating an Artwork Archive account click here.
→ If you already have an Artwork Archive account, find a step-by-step process on submitting an application here.
The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts in partnership with the City of Beaverton is pleased to announce a call to artists for its third annual exhibition and sale. The Curio: Exhibition & Sale invites visual artists in Oregon and Washington to apply for consideration of original works of art, small gifts, and artist reproductions. Artists must have a strong body of work, demonstrate superior craftsmanship, and have a considerable inventory with multiple pieces available for sale. Please note: we will not be featuring holiday-specific items in this exhibition.
The deadline for applications to be submitted is Friday, June 20, 2025 before 11:59 pm Pacific Time. We suggest you do NOT wait until the last minute to apply for this call. Late applications will not be accepted. Submitting an application does not guarantee participation in this opportunity. A selection process will follow, and artists will be notified of selected- works by August.
Application Bootcamp:
The Reser Gallery staff will hold two application info sessions over Zoom on Saturday, May 31 at 11:00 am (register here) and Wednesday, June 11 at 1:00 pm (register here). The info sessions will be recorded, and a link will be posted on the gallery website for those unable to attend either session.
Curio Bootcamp Recordings HERE.
** NOTE – If you have attended this Bootcamp in previous years, it is not necessary to attend again.
To be equitable to all artists, please do NOT call the gallery, or come by with artwork for consideration.
Eligibility:
→ Artists must reside in Oregon or Washington.
→ All work must be original and created by the artist.
→ All artwork must be for sale.
→ Artwork must have been made in the last 2 years.
→ Artwork submissions by students and youth are encouraged!
→ Artists who participated in previous exhibitions and sale programs such as Small Wonders, and The Curio 2024 are eligible to apply but may not submit the same work that was shown in previous exhibitions.
Acceptable Media:
→ 2D: Painting, Drawing, Encaustic, Printmaking, Photography, Prints, and Mixed Media
→ 3D: Functional/Tableware – Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Metal, Handmade Books, Textiles, and Mixed Media
→ 3D: Sculptural – Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Metal, and Mixed Media
→ Wearable Art – Jewelry, Soft Sculpture, and Mixed Media
→ Stationery – Cards, Gift Sets of Prints, Handmade Papers and Books, Paperwork, and Photo Cards
Submission Guidelines:
→ Artists must submit their application through Artwork Archive by Friday, June 20 at 11:59 pm PST. Late or incomplete applications will NOT be considered. Create a Free Call Submission Account through Artwork Archive PRIOR to submitting application.
→ For step-by-step process on creating an Artwork Archive account click here.
→ If you already have an Artwork Archive account, find a step-by-step process on submitting an application here.
→ Artists may submit up to 20 works in total that demonstrate individual artistic style and chosen media.
→ Please note – the works you submit should reflect your artistic style. The Reser acknowledges that submitted works are a representation of an artist’s craftsmanship, artistic merits, creativity, and selling history, and may not be the exact artwork selected for the sale. Once an artist is selected for the 2025 Curio Exhibition & Sale, the Curator will meet with each participating artist in a virtual studio visit to select the final works to be featured. We encourage artists to present a wide range of works for consideration, focusing on pieces that are in the $250 – $500 range. Most works should be no larger than 20 x 24” in any one direction. The Curator may select works outside of the size and price ranges listed above and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Once selected, artists enter into a contractual agreement to hold their selected inventory for sale leading up to and during the exhibition run.
→ Image file names must contain the artists’ first and last names, the number of each submission, and the artwork title.
→ Example: Your Name_1_Artwork Title
→ Artists must enter artwork details for each submitted work. This list will include entry number, artwork title, media, dimensions, year, and price.
→ 2-D artworks must not exceed 20” x 24” in size, including frame and matting.
→ 3-D artworks must not exceed 20” x 20” x 20” in size.
→ Artists must include a short artist statement (500 words max) a bio (250 words max) and a high-res headshot. ** Headshots will be used for marketing purposes if an artist is chosen. Please focus on close-up head and shoulders cropped images only.
Fees: The Reser requires an application fee of $35 to cover administrative and juror costs. If selected, a 30% commission will be taken on all sales occurring throughout this exhibition. Artists should factor prices accordingly.
If a future commission is requested while works are on display, The Reser will facilitate negotiations with the artist and patron and take a 30% commission off the sale of the commissioned work.
Timeline:
→ Call Opens: Thursday, May 15, 2025
→ Call Closes: Friday, June 20, 2025, at 11:59 pm – LATE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
→ Artists Notified: the week of July 21, 2025 – please do not call or write to the gallery to inquire about the status. All accepted and declined artists will be notified via email.
→ Artwork Delivery: Tuesday, October 28 & Wednesday, October 29, 2025
→ Exhibition Opens: Saturday, November 29, 2025 (Shop Local Saturday)
→ Artist Reception: Friday, December 5, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
→ Exhibition Closes: Saturday, January 17, 2026
→ Unsold Artwork Pick-up: Tuesday, January 20 & Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Please note, if accepted, dates of artwork delivery and pickup are final. More exhibition information will be supplied upon acceptance to the exhibition.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact The Reser Gallery at gallery@thereser.org. Inquiries will only be addressed Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Please be patient with replies as we are a very small staff.
